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UPSC Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 194 Manager, Assistant Controller and More Posts

OrganizationUnion Public Service Commission (UPSC), New Delhi
Post NameAirworthiness Officer (DGCA), Deputy Controller of Explosive (PESO), Manager (Mail Motor Service), Junior Technical Officer (Sugar & Veg Oils), Junior Technical Officer (Chemical Engineering), Scientific Officer (Mechanical), Deputy Superintending Archaeological Engineer (ASI), Associate Professor Electrical Engineering (CME Pune), Associate Professor Mechanical Engineering (CME Pune), Lecturer Persian Language (SFL), Lecturer Tibetan Language (SFL), Scientist-B (Atmospheric Sciences / General Meteorology / Instrumentation) (IMD), Deputy Director Civil Engineering (CICEF), Joint Assistant Director (Directorate of Coordination Police Wireless), Assistant Executive Engineer (CGWB), Deputy Director of Mines Safety (Mining), Assistant Director Grade-I/Grade-II (IEDS Chemical) (MSME), and other posts
Total Vacancies194 posts across 32 vacancies (subject to change as per service requirements)
Application ModeOnline
Job LocationIndia
Job TypePermanent Central Government Service - Group A & Group B Gazetted, Non-Ministerial (varies by post)
Notification No.05/2026
Last Updated23 May 2026
194 posts across 32 vacancies (subject to change as per service requirements)
Vacancies
12-06-2026 (1800 Hrs)
Last Date
Online
Apply Mode
India
Location
UPSC is recruiting for 32 different posts across Central Government Departments with qualifications ranging from BE/B.Tech to Master's/Ph.D. degree, last date 12 June 2026 (1800 Hrs).

Important Dates

Last Date to Apply12-06-2026 (1800 Hrs)
Interview DateTo be intimated separately via email and UPSC website
EventDate
Last Date To Apply12-06-2026 (1800 Hrs)
Date Of Advertisement22-05-2026 / 23-05-2026
Opening Of Online Recruitment Application23-05-2026
Date For Determining Eligibility12-06-2026 (Closing date for Online Recruitment Application)

Application Fee

General / UR
SC
NIL (Exempted from fee payment)
Application fee is to be paid online only and is non-refundable. Fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstance nor can it be held in reserve for any other examination or selection. Applications without the prescribed fee will be summarily rejected without any representation being entertained.

Age Limit

Age RelaxationAge limits are post-specific and are calculated as on the closing date for submission of online recruitment application i.e. 12-06-2026. The age limits shown in the advertisement are the normal limits for UR/EWS candidates. Standard age relaxations are applicable for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), and PwBD (10 years) for vacancies reserved/suitable for them. OBC/SC/ST/PwBD candidates applying against unreserved posts are not entitled to age relaxation.

Qualification / Eligibility

Education QualificationVaries by post - from Bachelor's degree in Engineering to Master's degree/Ph.D. in the relevant discipline. Refer post-wise details in the notification.
DetailsCandidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the closing date of online application i.e. 12-06-2026 (1800 Hrs). Mere possession of minimum essential qualifications does not entitle candidates to be called for interview - UPSC may shortlist candidates based on desirable qualifications, higher educational qualifications, higher experience, or by holding a Recruitment Test. All candidates in Government service (permanent/temporary, other than casual/adhoc/daily wages) must submit a declaration that they have informed their Head of Office/Department in writing that they have applied.

Vacancy Details

Sr.Post Name
1Airworthiness Officer
2Deputy Controller of Explosive
3Manager (Mail Motor Service)
4Junior Technical Officer
5Junior Technical Officer (Chemical Engineering)
6Scientific Officer (Mechanical)
7Deputy Superintending Archaeological Engineer
8Associate Professor, Electrical Engineering (Power System)
9Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering (Heat Transfer)
10Lecturer (Persian Language)
11Lecturer (Tibetan Language)
12Scientist-B (Atmospheric Sciences)
13Scientist-B (General Meteorology)
14Scientist-B (Instrumentation)
15Deputy Director (Civil Engineering)
16Joint Assistant Director
17Assistant Executive Engineer
18Deputy Director of Mines Safety (Mining)
19Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Chemical)
20Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) (Chemical)
21Various other posts (Assistant Directors, Research Officers, Tourist Officer, Driller, etc.)

Category-wise Vacancy

CategoryPosts
Post NameVarious other posts (Assistant Directors, Research Officers, Tourist Officer, Driller, etc.)
Department / MinistryVarious Ministries / Departments
PostAssistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Chemical) - MSME

Salary & Pay Scale

Pay ScaleLevel 7 to Level 13A1 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix (varies by post)

Selection Process

1Selection will be made by Recruitment by Selection - through Interview or Recrui
2UPSC will adopt shortlisting criteria including desirable qualifications
3higher educational qualifications
4higher experience
5experience before/after essential qualification
6or by conducting a Recruitment Test. The summoning of candidates for interview c
7Stage 1 - Application Scrutiny and Shortlisting
8All applications are scrutinized for eligibility. If applications are large in n
9UPSC may shortlist based on: (a) Desirable Qualifications; (b) higher educationa
10Stage 2 - Recruitment Test (RT) followed by Interview (wherever applicable)
11If selection is made by Recruitment Test followed by Interview
12candidates must achieve minimum suitability at both stages. Minimum interview ma
13OBC – 45
14SC/ST/PH – 40 (out of 100 total interview marks). Minimum marks for Recruitment
15Stage 3 - Medical Examination
16Selected candidates must be in sound bodily health and must undergo medical exam

How to Apply

  • 1Candidates must apply online only at https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/. The UPSC online portal has four modules: Account Creation, Universal Registration (URN), Common Application Form (CAF), and Post/Vacancy-specific module. The first three modules can be filled at any time; the fourth (vacancy-specific) module must be filled during the application window. Candidates who have already registered and have a URN can directly log in and fill the vacancy-specific module. Candidates are strongly advised to use Aadhaar Card as the ID document for seamless verification. Applications once submitted are final - no correction/alteration/modification is permitted after submission. Candidates must take a printout of the finally submitted application and carry it along with original documents if called for interview.
  • 2Documents to be Uploaded at the time of Online Application:
  • 3Live photograph captured via webcam/camera during CAF filling (mandatory)
  • 4Scanned recent passport-size photograph (as per instructions on UPSC website)
  • 5Scanned signature (three signatures one below the other on plain white paper, black ink)
  • 6Matriculation/10th Standard certificate or marksheet as proof of Date of Birth
  • 7Degree/Diploma certificate as proof of educational qualification; if not available, provisional certificate + all year marksheets
  • 8Experience Certificate(s) in prescribed format from Head(s) of Organisation(s) - mentioning duration, basic pay, consolidated pay, and nature of duties
  • 9Caste/Community certificate (SC/ST/OBC) in prescribed proforma from Competent Authority
  • 10OBC Non-Creamy Layer declaration in prescribed format
  • 11EWS certificate in prescribed proforma
  • 12PwBD Disability Certificate from Medical Board constituted by Central/State Government
  • 13Age relaxation certificate for Ex-Servicemen/Central/UT Government Employees in prescribed proforma
  • 14Order/letter for equivalent qualification (if applicable) citing Authority with number and date
  • 15Name change documents (if applicable - marriage certificate/divorce decree/affidavit as per situation)
  • 16Documentary support for any other claim made (Professional Registration, Publications, GATE/NET, etc.)
  • 17Printout of the finally submitted Online Recruitment Application must be retained - candidates will need to bring it to the interview along with original certificates. Candidates are NOT required to send printouts or documents by post or by hand to UPSC.
  • 18Apply Online at: https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/
  • 19For queries: Helpline No. 011-24041001 or 011-40303444 | Email: [email protected] (10:00 AM to 5:30 PM on all working days during the application window).

Important Instructions

  • Online applications open from 23-05-2026 and close on 12-06-2026 at 1800 Hrs - candidates must apply well in advance without waiting for the closing date. All candidates must enter correct and active email addresses - all correspondence including interview schedules will be communicated only through the registered email ID. Applications once submitted are final - no correction/alteration/modification in any field is allowed after submission. No withdrawal of applications is permitted. The date for determining eligibility in every respect is the closing date for submission of online recruitment application (12-06-2026). Filling wrong information may lead to rejection through computer-based shortlisting apart from debarment by the Commission. Face authentication will be mandatory for all candidates at the examination venue/Interview Hall - candidates must enter well in time for face authentication and frisking. Mobile phones (even in switched-off mode), pagers, smart watches, pen drives, cameras, Bluetooth devices, or any electronic/communication device are strictly banned at the examination/interview venue. Violation leads to disciplinary action including ban from future examinations/recruitment. Candidates must not bring valuables or bags to the venue - no arrangement for safe-keeping will be made and UPSC will not be responsible for any loss. The Commission will contribute towards interview travelling expenses at Second Class Mail railway fare rate by shortest route - candidates will be informed of details when called for interview. Canvassing in any form will disqualify a candidate. Summoning for interview conveys no assurance of selection - appointment orders will be issued by the respective Ministry. UPSC may grant higher initial pay to candidates adjudged meritorious in the interview. The Commission does not enter into correspondence with candidates about reasons for non-selection - no interim enquiry about results will be entertained. Prescribed proforma for various certificates are available at https://upsc.gov.in under Recruitment → Forms of Certificates.

FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for UPSC Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application for UPSC Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. 05/2026 is 12 June 2026 till 06:00 PM (1800 Hrs). Candidates are advised to complete the registration and fee payment process well before the closing date to avoid server issues or technical delays. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted under any circumstances.
Q2. How many vacancies are available in UPSC Recruitment 2026?
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced a total of 194 vacancies through Advertisement No. 05/2026. These vacancies are available for various Group A and Group B Gazetted posts across multiple Central Government Ministries and Departments. The number of vacancies may increase or decrease depending on departmental requirements.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required for UPSC Recruitment 2026?
The educational qualification for UPSC Recruitment 2026 varies depending on the post applied for. Candidates with qualifications such as BE/B.Tech, Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree, Ph.D., CA, Engineering Degree, or equivalent qualifications in relevant fields are eligible to apply. Applicants must carefully check the post-wise eligibility criteria mentioned in the official notification before submitting the application form.
Q4. What is the application fee for UPSC Recruitment 2026?
Candidates belonging to the General, OBC, and EWS male categories need to pay an application fee of Rs. 25/- through online payment methods such as debit card, credit card, UPI, or internet banking. However, SC/ST/PwBD candidates and all women candidates are exempted from paying the application fee. Once paid, the fee is non-refundable under any condition.
Q5. What is the age limit for UPSC Recruitment 2026?
The age limit for UPSC Recruitment 2026 differs according to the post and department. In general, the upper age limit ranges between 30 years and 45 years for unreserved candidates, while age relaxation is available for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and Government employees as per Government of India rules. Candidates should verify the specific age criteria for their chosen post.
Q6. How can I apply online for UPSC Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can apply online for UPSC Recruitment 2026 through the official UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal. Applicants must first complete account registration, generate a Universal Registration Number (URN), fill out the Common Application Form, and then submit the post-specific application form. After successful submission, candidates should save and print the application form for future reference.
Q7. What is the selection process for UPSC Recruitment 2026?
The selection process for UPSC Recruitment 2026 may include shortlisting, Recruitment Test (RT), and Interview, depending on the number of applications received for each post. In some cases, UPSC may directly conduct interviews if the number of eligible candidates is manageable. Final selection will be based on performance and fulfillment of eligibility requirements.
Q8. Which departments are included in UPSC Advertisement No. 05/2026?
UPSC Advertisement No. 05/2026 includes vacancies in several prestigious government departments and ministries. These include DGCA, PESO, Department of Posts, Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Ministry of Defence, Ministry of MSME, Ministry of Home Affairs, and many others. Candidates can choose posts based on their qualification and experience.
Q9. Is work experience mandatory for UPSC Recruitment 2026?
Work experience requirements vary depending on the post applied for in UPSC Recruitment 2026. Some posts, especially technical and senior-level positions, require 1 to 10 years of relevant experience, while certain posts like Scientist-B and Assistant Director positions may not require prior work experience. Candidates should read the post-wise eligibility section carefully before applying.
Q10. Where can I download the UPSC Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF?
Candidates can download the official UPSC Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF from the UPSC website. The notification contains complete details regarding eligibility, vacancies, reservation, age limit, pay scale, application process, and important instructions. Reading the notification carefully before applying can help candidates avoid mistakes during the online application process.
What is the last date to apply for UPSC Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application for UPSC Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. 05/2026 is 12 June 2026 till 06:00 PM (1800 Hrs). Candidates are advised to complete the registration and fee payment process well before the closing date to avoid server issues or technical delays. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted under any circumstances.
How many vacancies are available in UPSC Recruitment 2026?
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced a total of 194 vacancies through Advertisement No. 05/2026. These vacancies are available for various Group A and Group B Gazetted posts across multiple Central Government Ministries and Departments. The number of vacancies may increase or decrease depending on departmental requirements.
What is the educational qualification required for UPSC Recruitment 2026?
The educational qualification for UPSC Recruitment 2026 varies depending on the post applied for. Candidates with qualifications such as BE/B.Tech, Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree, Ph.D., CA, Engineering Degree, or equivalent qualifications in relevant fields are eligible to apply. Applicants must carefully check the post-wise eligibility criteria mentioned in the official notification before submitting the application form.
What is the application fee for UPSC Recruitment 2026?
Candidates belonging to the General, OBC, and EWS male categories need to pay an application fee of Rs. 25/- through online payment methods such as debit card, credit card, UPI, or internet banking. However, SC/ST/PwBD candidates and all women candidates are exempted from paying the application fee. Once paid, the fee is non-refundable under any condition.
What is the age limit for UPSC Recruitment 2026?
The age limit for UPSC Recruitment 2026 differs according to the post and department. In general, the upper age limit ranges between 30 years and 45 years for unreserved candidates, while age relaxation is available for SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and Government employees as per Government of India rules. Candidates should verify the specific age criteria for their chosen post.
How can I apply online for UPSC Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can apply online for UPSC Recruitment 2026 through the official UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal. Applicants must first complete account registration, generate a Universal Registration Number (URN), fill out the Common Application Form, and then submit the post-specific application form. After successful submission, candidates should save and print the application form for future reference.
What is the selection process for UPSC Recruitment 2026?
The selection process for UPSC Recruitment 2026 may include shortlisting, Recruitment Test (RT), and Interview, depending on the number of applications received for each post. In some cases, UPSC may directly conduct interviews if the number of eligible candidates is manageable. Final selection will be based on performance and fulfillment of eligibility requirements.
Which departments are included in UPSC Advertisement No. 05/2026?
UPSC Advertisement No. 05/2026 includes vacancies in several prestigious government departments and ministries. These include DGCA, PESO, Department of Posts, Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), Ministry of Defence, Ministry of MSME, Ministry of Home Affairs, and many others. Candidates can choose posts based on their qualification and experience.
Is work experience mandatory for UPSC Recruitment 2026?
Work experience requirements vary depending on the post applied for in UPSC Recruitment 2026. Some posts, especially technical and senior-level positions, require 1 to 10 years of relevant experience, while certain posts like Scientist-B and Assistant Director positions may not require prior work experience. Candidates should read the post-wise eligibility section carefully before applying.
Where can I download the UPSC Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF?
Candidates can download the official UPSC Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF from the UPSC website. The notification contains complete details regarding eligibility, vacancies, reservation, age limit, pay scale, application process, and important instructions. Reading the notification carefully before applying can help candidates avoid mistakes during the online application process.